Program Manager 2 (Supportive Housing)

DePaul

  • Schenectady, NY
  • $23.20-24.70 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Responsibilities
  • Represent DePaul at Continuum of Care meetings.
  • Represent DePaul at County SPOA meetings.
  • Market the Supportive Housing program throughout the County.
  • Work in collaboration with DePaul Compliance to help potential tenants understand financial certification process and assist with gathering documentation when necessary.
  • Responsible for the oversight, supervision, and evaluation of program staff.
  • Ensure that appropriate tenant records are maintained including the formulation of a housing support plan for each tenant.
  • Adheres to and oversees program budget and reviews them for accuracy including the approval of all program expenditures per agency protocol.
  • Responsible for the hiring of program staff.
  • Ensure that staff are properly trained and evaluated, including attending any required trainings.
  • Responsible for submitting periodic required reports and necessary statistics to oversight agencies.
  • Develops positive working relationship with various community service agencies including the local government unit.
  • Oversee the referral process for evaluation and intake of all potential program tenants.
  • Assume coverage of tenants or see to it that coverage is provided when direct care staff are not available.
  • Ensure that all housing resources are available to all tenants.
  • Ensure that all staff adhere to person centered philosophies and practices.
  • Ensure that staff initiates direct contact with the tenant on at least a monthly basis for the purpose of reviewing and discussing their current living environment.
  • Assist the tenant when necessary to settle housing related disputes with the landlord.
  • Assist tenants in contacting landlord, verifying income for lease renewals, and negotiating lease agreements when necessary.
  • Perform any other duties necessary for the effective and efficient operation of the program.
QualificationsMust meet one of the following three criteria: * Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Human Service field plus two years of experience working with a special needs population (one year of supervisory experience preferred).
  • Associate’s degree in a Human Service field plus three years of experience working with a special needs population (one year of supervisory experience preferred).
  • High School diploma or GED plus five years’ experience working with a special needs population (one year of supervisory experience preferred).
*In addition to the above criteria this position also requires a clean NYS driving record as outlined in DePaul’s personnel policy. The use of one’s personal vehicle is also a requirement.BenefitsThis position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, Employee Discount Programs, Free Parking and Staff Recognition Programs.

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